Age: Cretaceous

Review: Giganotosaurus (Carnage Collection by ReSaurus)

Genus: Giganotosaurus Brand: Carnage, Resaurus Classification: Allosaur, Theropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Action Figure Scale: 1:40

4.4 (14 votes)

The late 1990s saw the release of a particularly unique line of figures known as the Carnage Collection by ReSaurus. Eight (that I’m aware of) boldly patterned and articulated dinosaur models were produced before the line ended. The models seem very much aimed at kids, all representing flamboyant and mostly carnivorous dinosaurs.

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Review: Suchomimus 2014 (Wild Safari by Safari Ltd.)

Genus: Suchomimus Brand: Safari Ltd., Wild Safari Classification: Spinosaur, Theropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

4.1 (16 votes)

The first time I ever heard of Suchomimus was when I saw Jurassic Park 3 and the character Billy said, “It’s a super-predator: Suchomimus, “then Billy uses his hand and mimics the length of the snout and finishes by saying, “the snout.” The Suchomimus, which means “crocodile mimic” definitely had a pronounced and interesting snout that in a quick glance resembles today crocodiles and alligators, though in reality there are many structural differences.

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Review: Nanshiungosaurus (Terra Series by Battat)

Genus: Nanshiungosaurus Brand: Battat, Terra Classification: Therizinosaur, Theropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

4.5 (19 votes)

By now most of us who concern ourselves with such matters are aware that the Battat Company has launched a new line of dinosaur figures and naturally we’re all very excited about it. Forum member Takama has already reviewed their stellar take on the Pachyrhinosaurus but there are still three other new models that require our scrutiny.

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Review: Tyrannosaurus rex (2014 resculpt version) (World of History by Schleich)

Genus: Tyrannosaurus Brand: Schleich, World of History Classification: Theropod, Tyrannosaur Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

3.1 (18 votes)

Review and photos by Raptoress, edited by Plesiosauria. Versions of this figure available on Amazon.com here.
2014 has brought us many interesting and downright awesome models, including CollectA’s beautiful Carcharodontosaurus and Papo’s somewhat inaccurate, but stunning and incredibly detailed Dilophosaurus.

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Review: Pachyrhinosaurus (Terra series by Battat)

Genus: Pachyrhinosaurus Brand: Battat, Terra Classification: Centrosaur, Ceratopsian Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

4.3 (18 votes)

Review and photos by Takama, edited and added to by Plesiosauria.
Well, nobody was expecting this wonderful surprise! After about 20 years of retirement, Battat has decided to re-release their popular collection of dinosaur models, including a lineup of brand new species. This revelation came almost out of the blue, when I happened upon some of these early new releases at a Target store earlier this week.

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Review: Tyrant King Skeleton/’T-Rex Skeleton’ (Geoworld/B.C.Bones)

Genus: Tyrannosaurus Brand: B.C.Bones, Geoworld Classification: Theropod, Tyrannosaur Age: Cretaceous Type: Skeletal

3.8 (6 votes)

Review and photos by Takama, edited by Amargasaurus and Plesiosauria.
Before I begin I want to state the obvious. Yes, Geoworld does make some terrible figures, but when it comes to their many fossil and skeleton replicas, we can see that Geoworld has potential.

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Review: Lambeosaurus (Bullyland)

Genus: Lambeosaurus Brand: Bullyland Classification: Hadrosaur, Ornithopod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

4.4 (14 votes)

One of two releases by Bullyland for 2014, this new Lambeosaurus is a lovely addition to their line. I picked up mine as a souvenir from a museum shop in Germany, which reminded me how much more meaningful it can be to select and purchase figures in person.

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Review: Carnotaurus (World of History by Schleich)

Genus: Carnotaurus Brand: Schleich Classification: Abelisaurid, Ceratosaur, Theropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

3.5 (29 votes)

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If you didn’t know; in the late 60’s a dinosaur renaissance took place, which sparked new ideas and discoveries in paleontology. Of course, through the 70’s and 80’s, change was slow, most of the public was still being taught that dinosaurs were cold blooded and sluggish.

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Review: Carcharodontosaurus (Deluxe Prehistoric Collection by CollectA)

Genus: Carcharodontosaurus Brand: CollectA Classification: Allosaur, Theropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

4.1 (27 votes)

It was some time back in 1995-96 when I first heard of Carcharodontosaurus. Although it had been known to science since 1931, it wasn’t until 1995 when an expedition led by Paul Sereno unearthed additional cranial material for the theropod that Carcharodontosaurus had its moment in the lime light.

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Review: Olorotitan (CollectA)

Genus: Olorotitan Brand: CollectA Classification: Hadrosaur, Ornithopod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

3.5 (11 votes)

“I don’t like it.” This statement was said in a matter in fact voice by my three-year old who loves all dinosaur/prehistoric toys. We were on the CollectA website just browsing the current crop of prehistoric creatures, with my son repeating the words “I like it, and “let’s get it,” as we scroll from dinosaur to dinosaur.

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Review: Tambatitanis (Soft Model by Favorite Co. Ltd.)

Genus: Tambatitanis Brand: Favorite Co. Ltd. Classification: Macronaria (basal), Sauropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

4.4 (5 votes)

Recently a new model has been released by Favorite, formally known as Kinto, and it has caused quite a stir on the dinosaur toy scene, not only for its quality but also because it is a museum exclusive and thus already rare before it was released.

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Review: Carnotaurus (1996 Version)(Carnegie Collection by Safari Ltd.)

Genus: Carnotaurus Brand: Carnegie, Safari Ltd. Classification: Abelisaurid, Ceratosaur, Theropod Age: Cretaceous Type: Figurine

2.3 (19 votes)

Let me start off by saying this is a review written on impulse. I didn’t expect to write a review today and never thought I would even own the model I’m reviewing. There is a bit of a story here so get comfortable, maybe grab a drink.

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